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Staying at Manoa Inn feels like stepping into a living piece of Honolulu’s layered past. This plantation-style historical house is full of quiet character, from its timeworn woodwork to the gentle creak of its stairways. The inn is surrounded by gardens that seem to breathe—ferns unfolding, orchids slipping open, birds singing from hidden corners. One morning, I sipped coffee to the chatter of parrots and caught the city unfolding below through a frame of palms. The location is as thoughtful as the house itself—steps away from the East-West Center, the serene carp garden, and the Manoa Japanese Tea House. Nearby cafés and small eateries feed both hunger and curiosity without fanfare. Nothing here feels manufactured. The inn doesn’t shout for attention—it invites you to listen, to linger, to notice. I left with a sense of having not just visited, but having been quietly welcomed.

This is like staying in an old lady‘s Victorian home. Looks good in the pictures, but much of the furniture is deteriorating. We stayed on the third floor, good views of the city. Difficult to walk up three flights with a large suitcase. Breakfast is pleasant but not exceptional. Appreciated upgrades such as modern air conditioning. Amenities are minimal. Pool is small, for wading only. Owners are very friendly. There are four dogs you can mix with. There are also 10 cats, mostly invisible except for perhaps an odor. It was nice to stay in a neighborhood far from Waikiki.

This was a perfect place to land near campus with lovely grounds and interior to enjoy day and night. Yummy breakfast and friendly staff to boot! Can't wait to return :)